Researchers at Patuakhali Science and Technology University completed their coral fish farming study Saturday. The Aquaculture Department presented findings from their project at a seminar held at Kuakata. Scientists tested artificial food mixed with seaweed to feed coral fish fry imported from Thailand. Department of Fisheries officials attended the event to learn about the breakthrough research. The project aimed to make coral fish farming possible for coastal communities.
Fish fed the special food mixture twice each day gained up to 23.5 kilograms annually. Research showed that adding 10 percent algae to artificial food produced the best results. The university trained 250 farmers and provided them with materials to test the feeding method. Project leader Prof Dr. Muhammad Abdur Razzak led the research team throughout the study. Government fisheries experts praised the success of the farming technique.
University officials called the research a major step forward for marine species cultivation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Kazi Rafiqul Islam said the work would help coastal people improve their lives. The new farming method could boost food security across Bangladesh. Farmer Anwar Hossain reported growing four kilograms of coral fish after learning the technique. He found the artificial feeding method profitable for his business.
The seminar brought together fisheries department staff and research institute members. Farmers from different coastal areas came to learn about the new feeding approach. Scientists distributed educational materials about coral fish farming methods. The research opens new opportunities for aquaculture development.
Fish fed the special food mixture twice each day gained up to 23.5 kilograms annually. Research showed that adding 10 percent algae to artificial food produced the best results. The university trained 250 farmers and provided them with materials to test the feeding method. Project leader Prof Dr. Muhammad Abdur Razzak led the research team throughout the study. Government fisheries experts praised the success of the farming technique.
University officials called the research a major step forward for marine species cultivation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Kazi Rafiqul Islam said the work would help coastal people improve their lives. The new farming method could boost food security across Bangladesh. Farmer Anwar Hossain reported growing four kilograms of coral fish after learning the technique. He found the artificial feeding method profitable for his business.
The seminar brought together fisheries department staff and research institute members. Farmers from different coastal areas came to learn about the new feeding approach. Scientists distributed educational materials about coral fish farming methods. The research opens new opportunities for aquaculture development.
